Saint Kitts and Nevis
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Saint Kitts and Nevis

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·18 visa pathways

Visa Pathways to Saint Kitts and Nevis

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Annual Residence Permit
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Annual Residence Permit

Renewable annual residence permit granting the right to live and work in any business in the Federation, not tied to a single employer.

Validity1 year
Processing1–2 months
Total CostFrom XCD $1,500
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Business Visa
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Business Visa

Entry visa for foreign nationals conducting business activities, attending meetings, or engaging in commercial purposes on the islands.

Validity3 months
Processing1–2 weeks
Total CostUSD $100
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CBI-PBO — Citizenship by Investment - Public Benefit Project
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CBI-PBO — Citizenship by Investment - Public Benefit Project

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

St. Kitts and Nevis citizenship via a non-refundable US$250,000 contribution to a CIU-approved Public Benefit Project.

ValidityPermanent (Citizenship)
Processing3–6 months
Total CostUSD $267,750+
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CBI-RE — Citizenship by Investment - Real Estate
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CBI-RE — Citizenship by Investment - Real Estate

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

St Kitts citizenship through purchase of government-approved real estate from USD 325,000, held at least seven years before resale.

ValidityPermanent (Citizenship)
Processing3–6 months
Total CostUSD $407,500
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CBI-SISC — Citizenship by Investment - Sustainable Island State Contribution (SISC)
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CBI-SISC — Citizenship by Investment - Sustainable Island State Contribution (SISC)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Fast-track St Kitts and Nevis citizenship via a US$250,000 non-refundable contribution to the Sustainable Island State Contribution fund; no residency required.

ValidityIndefinite
Processing4–6 months
Total CostUSD $342,500
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Citizenship by Marriage
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Citizenship by Marriage

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Citizenship pathway for spouses of Saint Kitts and Nevis citizens after three years of marriage, processed through the Department of National Security.

ValidityIndefinite
Processing0 days – 6 months
Total CostUSD $557
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Diplomatic Visa
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Diplomatic Visa

A Diplomatic Visa is issued to foreign diplomats, government officials, and representatives of international organizations traveling to Saint Kitts and Nevis on official business.

ValidityVaries
ProcessingVaries
Total CostNot confirmed
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EEV — Tourist Visa (Visitor Visa)
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EEV — Tourist Visa (Visitor Visa)

Short-term entry visa for tourism and leisure visits, with initial stay of up to 30 days extendable to 90 days within a six-month period.

Validity1 to 3 months
Processing2 weeks
Total CostUSD $100
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Family Reunification Visa
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Family Reunification Visa

Immigration pathway for spouses, parents, minor children, and unmarried dependent children under 25 to join a resident or citizen family member in Saint Kitts and Nevis.

ValidityLinked to sponsor's status
ProcessingVaries
Total CostNot confirmed
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Investor Work Visa
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Investor Work Visa

Work visa for foreign nationals establishing businesses or making direct investments in Saint Kitts and Nevis, with the right to manage their enterprise.

Validity2 years
Processing4 weeks – 2 months
Total CostNot confirmed
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Permanent Residence Permit
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Permanent Residence Permit

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Long-term residence through the Retirement Programme or after owning qualifying property (minimum US$350,000) for at least seven years, granting indefinite right to live and work.

ValidityIndefinite
ProcessingVaries
Total CostFrom USD $200
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Skilled Worker Visa
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Skilled Worker Visa

Employer-sponsored work visa for foreign nationals with specialized skills in demand in Saint Kitts and Nevis, requiring proof that no local candidate is available.

Validity1 year
Processing4 weeks – 1 month
Total CostUSD $250
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Student Visa
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Student Visa

Visa for international students enrolled at recognized educational institutions in Saint Kitts and Nevis, valid for one academic year (August to July) and renewable.

Validity1 year
Processing2–3 weeks
Total CostUSD $150
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Temporary Employment Visa
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Temporary Employment Visa

Short-term work authorization for seasonal, project-based, or contract positions with a defined end date.

Validity1 year
Processing2-4 weeks
Total CostNot confirmed
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Temporary Residence Permit
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Temporary Residence Permit

Residence authorization for stays beyond 90 days for property owners, renters, or retired expatriates who do not intend to work locally, expiring December 31 annually.

Validity1 year
Processing1–2 months
Total CostXCD $2,250
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Transit Visa
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Transit Visa

Saint Kitts and Nevis does not have a distinct, publicly advertised "Transit Visa" category for short-term airport transit in the same way many other countries do.

Validity1 day
Processing2 weeks
Total CostNot confirmed
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Visitor Visa (Entry Visa)
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Visitor Visa (Entry Visa)

Consular entry visa for tourists, business professionals, and transit travelers from non-visa-exempt countries visiting St. Kitts and Nevis for up to 30 days.

Validity1 month
Processing2 weeks
Total CostUSD $100
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eTA — Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA)
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eTA — Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA)

Digital pre-screening authorization for visa-exempt travelers to St. Kitts and Nevis for tourism, business, or transit purposes, valid for up to 90 days.

Validity3 months
Processing0–1 days
Total CostUSD $17
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